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Yellow Shoes Planning Innovation Intern, Summer/Fall 2026
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10139196 Location Celebration, Florida, United States Business Disney Experiences Date posted Mar. 31, 2026Job Summary:
About the Role & Program
Do you live for the BIG Idea and making IDEATION sessions happen? Do you love to invent new ways of doing things? Are you curious about how things work, and like to ask the ‘provocative’ questions? Can you see the benefit of taking two abstract things and fusing them for a completely different outcome? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
We’re Disney's Yellow Shoes, the award-winning, in-house creative shop for Disney Destinations. Every day, we have fun creating compelling, memorable work for one of the greatest brands on the planet, and we’re looking for one very talented Planning Innovation Intern to join our team.
This internship is a full-time, six-month commitment in Orlando, FL, from June 2026 to January 2027.
What You Will Do
As the Planning Innovation Intern, you’ll have the chance to stretch your creative production muscles working closely with the Innovation Catalyst. You will support the execution of multiple projects that deliver concepts and BIG Ideas as part of a transformative team and culture. This is your opportunity to roll up your sleeves and showcase your skills on a broad range of programs as you learn the art of creative problem solving!
On any given day, you might:
Drive, execute & anticipate the day-to-day logistical needs of various projects, including budget management, stimulus material sourcing, event set up, and strike, along with the details needed for successful project sessions
Conduct creative research, identifying and sharing the latest trends in arts, technology, business, creativity, and pop culture
Support and administer engagement with our virtual platform partner, MIRO
Manage project timelines in accordance with established deadlines and processes
Required Qualifications & Skills
Ability to be a self-starter and work independently
Skills in project management, execution, and a curiosity for robust data mining
150% enthusiasm for your work with an ability to collaborate with diverse personalities to extract the best work. Curiosity for the question is the goal!
Strong attention to detail and ability to balance multiple projects
Knowledge of working within an Advertising Agency, Innovation shops, or similar creative environments
Strong event management/production experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Keynote, and virtual collaboration tools
An interest in design thinking, creative problem solving, and innovation
Preferred Qualifications
Basic knowledge and understanding of The Walt Disney Company's history, including films, animation, television, consumer products, and theme parks
Proficiency in MIRO and the Adobe Creative Cloud
PA experience in the TV/Entertainment industry
Ability to analyze financial data
Education
Junior or Senior year preferred
Major or previous coursework in Marketing, Business, or Event Management
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all the requirements below:
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a bachelor’s degree, taking at least one class at the time of application posting, OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney Internship or Disney College Program
Be at least 18 years of age
Possess unrestricted work authorization
Additional Information
Must be compliant with The Disney Look appearance guidelines while at work
The approximate dates of this internship are June 2026 - January 2027
Must have the ability to work full-time hours (approximately 40 per week) Monday - Friday, for the duration of the internship
Being able to provide one's own housing and reliable transportation to/from work is required
While this position is in Celebration, FL, your direct leader will be California-based and virtually present
Limited housing opportunities may be available for Florida-based Disney Interns through American Campus Communities. For more information, click here.
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The pay rate for this role in Florida is $22.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
About Disney Experiences:
Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Disney Destinations, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.
Disney Destinations, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.